You're right! It's solid. Thanks for the encouragement. I'm optimistic about it running. We oiled and tried it a bit, but something is still not running smoothly enough. I started to get that smooth rhythm going, then something stuck and stopped. So, I think it's back to square one with oiling it, etc. before really trying to sew. We've had to set it aside for a while because my husband and I both have too many projects always going at once. But when I have an hour without constant interruptions, I'll get back to working with it again. I can tell already what you all mean about the addiction part. I appreciate the quality so much, that I'd be tempted to rescue another one from a yard sale, for the right price:)